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Dr. George Chu, MD

Sacramento, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chu, Anesthesiologist in Sacramento, CA?

    Dr. George Chu, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Chu completed his residency at Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, Anesthesiology. Dr. Chu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chu’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chu’s office at (916) 481-0777.

    Where did Dr. Chu go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, Anesthesiology | Uc-Davis Med Ctr

    • Medical School: University Of Ca- Davis- Sch Of Med- Davis Ca

    Is Dr. Chu board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. George Chu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Chu speak?

    Dr. Chu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Chu treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Chu diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Chu. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
    • Breast Cancer
    • Right female breast cancer upper-outer
    • Upper-outer right female breast tumor
    • Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
    • Mammary cancer
    • Breast carcinoma
    • Breast tumor
    • Female Breast Cancer
    • Malignant Breast Tumor
    • Breast Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
    • C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
    • C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal or Pelvic Swelling, Mass, or Lump
    • Belly lump
    • Pelvic mass
    • Abdominal swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1900: Intra-abdominal and pelvic swelling, mass and lump, unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Uterine Fibroids
    • Leiomyoma
    • Fibromyoma
    • Myoma
    • Uterine growth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D259: Leiomyoma of uterus, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease
    • PVD
    • PAD
    • Poor Circulation in Legs
    • Blocked Leg Arteries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Tooth Decay
    • Cavities
    • Dental Caries
    • Tooth Rot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K029: Dental caries, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee

    Also known as:

    • Incomplete Uterine and Vaginal Prolapse
    • Cervix Disorder
    • Pelvic Floor Disorder
    • Partial uterine prolapse
    • Incomplete uterine descent
    • Uterovaginal prolapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N812: Incomplete uterovaginal prolapse

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Also known as:

    • Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Sudden Gallbladder Attack
    • Acute Cholecystitis
    • Sudden Gallbladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K810: Acute cholecystitis

    Also known as:

    • Postmenopausal Bleeding
    • Menopause
    • Vaginal Bleeding
    • Bleeding After Menopause
    • Vaginal Bleeding in Menopause

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N950: Postmenopausal bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Endometrial Cancer
    • Uterine Cancer
    • Endometrial Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Malignant Endometrial Tumor
    • Endometrial Carcinoma
    • Cancer of the Endometrium

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C541: Malignant neoplasm of endometrium

    Also known as:

    • Thyroid Cancer
    • Thyroid Carcinoma
    • Malignant Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Gland Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland

    Also known as:

    • Other Kidney and Ureter Disorder
    • Kidney Disease
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Kidney and Ureter Problems
    • Renal and Ureteral Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N2889: Other specified disorders of kidney and ureter

    Also known as:

    • Primary Hyperparathyroidism
    • Parathyroid Disorder
    • Familial isolated hyperparathyroidism
    • Overactive Parathyroid Gland
    • High Parathyroid Hormone
    • PTH Overproduction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E210: Primary hyperparathyroidism

    What procedures does Dr. Chu perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Chu performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Chu. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Intercostal Nerve Block
    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Thoracic Paravertebral Nerve Block (Additional Site)
    • Chest Wall Nerve Block
    • Rib nerve injection
    • Chest wall nerve block
    • Intercostal pain injection
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
    • Thoracic PVB
    • Paraspinous Block (Thoracic)
    • Upper Back Nerve Block
    • Thoracic Nerve Pain Injection
    • Thoracic fascial plane block
    • Chest pain injection
    • Nerve block for chest pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64420: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; intercostal nerve, single level
    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
    • 64462: Paravertebral block (PVB) (paraspinous block), thoracic; second and any additional injection site(s) (includes imaging guidance, when performed) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 64466: Thoracic Fascial Plane Block, Unilateral; By Injection(S), Including Imaging Guidance, When Performed

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Nerve Block
    • Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Nerve injection
    • Pain relief injection
    • Steroid injection for nerve pain
    • TAP block
    • Transversus abdominis plane block
    • Rectus sheath block
    • Abdominal pain injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
    • 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Thoracic Paravertebral Nerve Block
    • Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
    • Mid-Back Nerve Block
    • Thoracic Spinal Nerve Injection
    • Paravertebral Pain Block
    • Sciatic Nerve Block
    • Sciatica Injection
    • Steroid Injection for Sciatica
    • Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve

    CPT Codes:

    • 64461: Paravertebral block (PVB) (paraspinous block), thoracic; single injection site (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
    • 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Bilateral Thoracic Fascial Plane Block for Pain
    • Chest Wall Nerve Block
    • Thoracic Pain Injection (Bilateral)
    • Fascial Plane Block for Chest Pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64468: Thoracic Fascial Plane Block, Bilateral; By Injection(S), Including Imaging Guidance, When Performed

    Does Dr. Chu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 481-0777 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chu accept in Sacramento, CA?

    Dr. Chu in Sacramento, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • City of Hartford

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Partnership Health Plan

    • Presbyterian Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Chu's office located?

    Dr. George Chu's Primary Practice

    3315 Watt Ave

    Sacramento, CA 95821

    (916) 481-0777

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    What is Dr. Chu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Chu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275527624.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chu?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chu

    What is Dr. George Chu's specialty?

    Dr. Chu is a Anesthesiologist near Sacramento, CA. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Chu to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. George Chu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chu is affiliated with Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, UC Davis Medical Center, Adventist Health and Rideout which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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    Is George Chu accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?

    Yes, Dr. George Chu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. George Chu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chu's office at (916) 481-0777 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with George Chu?

    Please contact Dr. Chu's office at (916) 481-0777 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. George Chu have?

    Dr. George Chu is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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